A syrinx is a rare, fluid-filled neuroglial cavity within the spinal cord (syringomyelia), in the brain stem (syringobulbia), or in the nerves of the elbow, usually in a young age.n the case of syringomyelia, the syrinx can expand and elongate over time, destroying the spinal cord. Since the spinal cord connects the brain to nerves in the extremities, this damage may result in pain, weakness, and stiffness in the back, shoulders, arms, or legs.
Straddling its huge rock, towering over Tibet's capital of Lhasa, the Potala Palace is one of the world's most iconic buildings and is a symbol for Tibet itself.Sitting at an altitude of 3,700 metres, the 119 metres tall, with over one thousand rooms on thirteen floors, it is the highest ancient palace in the world.he Potala Palace is, in fact, two palaces in one. The White Palace, or Potrang Karpo, was the living quarters of the Dalai Lamas and his retinue. It was also the secular centre for the Tibetan government and contains offices and a printing room. The central part of the Potala is the Red Palace or Potrang Marpo.
History of the Grand Palace. The Grand Palace is a magnificent complex of buildings of great significance. Construction of the complex began in 1782 when King Rama I decided to move the capital of Thailand from Thonburi to an area known as Rattanakosin island on the East side of the Chao Phraya river.he Grand Palace served as the official residence of Thai Kings until the reign of King Chulalongkorn at the end of the 19 th century. Today the Palace is used for a number of Royal rituals, state banquets and other official functions.